The Virginia distiller behind Copper Fox Rye and Wasmund’s Single Malt has bottled his first gin from
malted barley. He calls it Vir. Get it? Anyway, it’s debuting at Vinoteca tonight, with gratis tastings
and $7 classic gin cocktails. Yes, they’ll be gentle.

Friday

SKATE AROUND

It’s Skating Season Again

This weekend: back to being chilly at night. Embrace it. Also to be embraced: your date, as you make loops
around the Georgetown Harbour’s massive skating rink, opening for the season tomorrow at noon. Spiked hot
chocolate is never far behind.

Monday

BRUNCHING

Brunch Without Bottoms for the Holiday

Maybe you’re not off on Monday. Well, that’s what sick days are for. Because Zengo, Masa 14 and Richard
Sandoval’s other local spots are rolling out their $35 bottomless brunch. Which means unlimited plates
like lobster-chipotle grits and drinks like guava mimosas. There’s no nap like a guava mimosa nap.

They Call Him the “Scotch Whisky Man”

First thing to know about this event: it benefits wounded warriors. Second thing to know: there’ll be
unlimited beer, wine, cigars and hors d’oeuvres. Third thing to know: a guy known as the “Scotch Whisky
Man” will be there pouring bottles up to 30 years old. You should meet him.